...Life Sciences - Anatomy and Physiology, Microbiology, Genetics, Life Sciences, Pathophysiology, Cell and Molecular Biology, Ecology, Nutrition, Histology, Evolution, Biotechnology, Endocrinology and other biology related courses. I enjoy teaching students from middle school and above including graduate students, Ph.D., nursing, and medical students. I also have 20+ years of research experience in all manner of life sciences Endocrinology, Cancer Research, Physiology including translational and clinical trials. If needed I could also help with editing papers...
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...a 4.0 GPA!). I am a current Doctorate of Physical Therapy student at Texas Woman's University, continuing my education in Kinesiology and related subjects. During my time at TCU and as VP of Student Kinesiology Association, I often worked with other Kinesiology and Psychology students to help them achieve success in their studies. I love working with students in these subjects because I am passionate about understanding the human body and the human experience, and...
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...it was paramount for me to discover an easier, quicker way to "evolve" in school subjects. Throughout my life I have had experiences where I was the best, just ok, and where I the worst. During my time as student I also needed a tutor's extra set of eyes to reassure me and introduce me to my own learning techniques. During undergrad I had the privilege of privately tutoring students on the spectrum, and students...
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...I have experience in teaching middle school and high school general science and biology, respectively. I have had a passion for the sciences, because they include a broad range of branches that give opportunities to ask questions and explore a vast array of content. In college I have tutored algebra, geometry, as well as trigonometry. I enjoy teaching mathematics since they tend to be logical and very straight forward. Something that one of my mentor...
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I believe all students can learn, just at their own pace and in their own way. I tend to use hands-on activities that result in better retention. ... I believe all students can learn, just at their own pace and in their own way. I tend to use hands-on activities that result in better retention.
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My name is Alec Pappas. I am an incoming doctoral student at Florida State University looking to pursue a career path in teaching. I have experience tutoring students of all ages: from elementary school students, to collegiate athletes. I have always had a passion for helping others reach their full potential academically. Working for Varsity Tutors provides me the opportunity to share what I've learned with people across the country. I look forward to working with...
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...up, but I've learned to easily adapt to other topics. I graduated from St. Francis Preparatory high school with various honor society inductions and AP / honors classes. Being able to balance school and extracurricular activities is an importance that I hope that I can help instill in my students. Having managed two research projects and coursework, I have learned the value of perisistance and communication. My goal is to help my students succeed and...
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...Higher Education from Northern Illinois University. Teaching Biology is my passion. I currently teach Biology at Fayetteville Technical Community College in North Carolina. During my 7 years here, I have taught Anatomy & Physiology, microbiology, biochemistry, organismal biology and general biology. My approach as a tutor is: 1. To identify and tackle the topics where students need the most understanding. 2. To help build students skill set and confidence by teaching study strategies for success...
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...general and research paper editing for grammar, content and format. I taught English as a Second Language in Austria from ages 2nd grade through adults and am competent in conversational German and love to share my love of German culture with others. I also am a certified Nurse Practitioner by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and Registered Nurse and have experience tutoring in Pharmacology, nutrition, AP, health sciences and nursing specific courses, including NCLEX,...
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...my knowledge with others. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of South Florida and have been tutoring for several years now. My background in finance has equipped me with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, which I bring to my tutoring sessions to help students grasp complex concepts. I believe in creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel motivated to reach their full potential. With my experience in tutoring...
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Nutrition Tutoring FAQ
Upon first glance, the study of nutrition may appear to simply be an assessment of the foods that we choose to ingest. With a bit more digging, however, the field becomes infinitely more complex. Nutrition is the study not only of consumption, but of the effects of the various products and foods we consume. The chemical compounds that we ingest form the basis for every single biological process and reaction that occurs in the human body. From muscle growth to neural signaling to the plethora of diseases and disorders that can occur in the human body, nutrition plays a role in every molecular interaction in human pathology and physiology. All of these facts can seem difficult to master on your own, but a nutrition tutor has been through this before, and can help you conquer the topics that are most challenging to you.
When you begin to develop an understanding of the true depth of nutritional education, it can quickly become overwhelming. Statements about what is good or bad for you begin to lose meaning when you investigate the variety of roles and processes influenced by individual molecules. In most cases, nutrients can have both positive and negative impacts on different bodily systems and, as always, can be harmful when consumed in large amounts. Furthermore, different chemical nutrients will affect the body in different ways. Someone seeking advice about how to lose weight will need a very different approach from someone who is seeking to build muscle, and both of these individuals would need different advice in seeking the best diet to support the body while it combats muscular dystrophy.
Beyond the molecular interactions associated with nutrition, students will be expected to learn the results and symptoms of various deficiencies and disorders as they relate to an individual's diet, adding even further complexity to the field. If you find yourself drowning in the dizzying amount of information presented in your nutrition studies, Varsity Tutors may be able to help. We can help you connect with premier nutrition tutoring throughout the United States, and our educational directors can help you find an instructor who best fits your particular needs. Whether you are investigating the efficacy of vitamin C consumption to boost the immune system or simply need to better understand the effects of LDL cholesterol levels on the circulatory system, your nutrition tutor can work with you to develop a comprehensive understanding of the concepts most prevalent in your course or research. There are many topics to cover, so your tutor will address any that you need help with. These instructors have demonstrated proficiency in nutritional coursework and have also proven to be able communicators, well-versed in multiple methods of instruction. The one-on-one nature of your nutrition tutoring allows you to collaborate with your tutor to tailor your educational approach. You can help dictate your lesson plans and the method in which material is presented, helping to make your sessions as effective as possible.
Better yet, your tutoring sessions can be established around your schedule. Is your day filled with classes, work, and other commitments? Not a problem. Your tutor is flexible and can set up appointments in the evenings or on weekends. Nutrition tutoring is available in the comfort of your own home, or you can meet at another convenient destination, such as the local library or coffee shop. You can even request face-to-face online sessions using our live learning platform. If you are interested in more information about the advantages of effective and convenient nutrition tutoring, contact Varsity Tutors' educational directors today! We can connect you with qualified, independent nutrition tutors.
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Recent Nutrition Tutoring Session Notes
Reviewed general nutrition topics, plus digestion. Also compared foods to determine which was healthier. Made a flowchart and some review questions to be used as further practice. Going to try to wrap up the nutrition chapter in two more sessions.
Met the student for our first tutoring session. He has started a new major and is a senior. We talked about what his goals are for this new major. We discussed how the class is organized, his progress so far in the class, and what he feels he struggles with the most. We also discussed his weekly schedule and study/reading time. The next test the student is studying for begins with Chapter 10 and the use of nutrients for energy production. We reviewed the chapter and discussed nutrients used as fuel, and also the importance of vitamins and minerals as catalysts to energy production. I outlined a strategy for the student to use to better understand the material prior to his next class and our next tutoring session. The student is polite and wants to learn the material. He will get information on extra credit opportunities as soon as possible and provide me with a copy of the syllabus and the instructor's PowerPoint slides at our next session.
We covered an overview of glycogenolysis, gluconeogenesis, glycogenesis, Ph balance, respiratory acidosis and alkalosis, and metabolic acidosis and alkalosis. We discussed how pH balance has effects upon glucose metabolism and what those effects were. I explained how the acidic byproducts of cellular respiration signal the liver to begin glycogenolysis so that the heart and brain are supplied with adequate glucose during exertion. We implemented our lesson on the Krebs cycle into the understanding of human physiology at a macro-system level. We briefly discussed buffer systems and introduced protein metabolism, which will be covered in further detail in the next lesson. The student's understanding of both cell respiration and glucose metabolism independently of each other is well grounded. Focus for future sessions will be on integrating concepts for better globalized subject knowledge.
We covered a clinical case on total parenteral nutrition. We completed the calculations of providing appropriate nutrition to patients with short bowel syndrome. We started the ADIME note but will complete it for our next session. The first 5-10 minutes of our next session, she will tell me about the pros and cons of enteral vs parenteral nutrition therapy.
We covered infant, toddler, and pre-school nutrition in preparation for the student's exam tomorrow. I also answered some general nutrition questions that she had from previous chapters. I emphasized the importance of dissecting words that the meaning of which can be found within them. We have another session scheduled for next Tuesday at the same time.
During this session we discussed the L-arginine pathway that creates nitric oxide for the body. We discussed what nitric oxide does for the body and hypothesis on how it can affect cardiovascular problems. Research articles were reviewed for content, strengths, and weaknesses. The student understood the chemical pathway much more clearly after review and also was able to understand the weakness that were evident within the published articles. Overall, this session made topics more clear and outlined a direction to take on the project.
